1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lotus Seven (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Seven | 11 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
